Estimated Direct Cost

A college education is one of the most important investments you will make in your life.  When comparing other tuition and fees for other universities, it’s clear UM is an affordable option for a high-quality education.

University of Montana Estimated Expenses 2020-21

Students Seeking a Bachelor’s Degree

Academic Year Estimated Expenses MT Residents Out-of-State WUE *
Tuition & Mandatory Fees $7,412 $27,238 $10,160
Room & Board ** $10,154 $10,154 $10,154
Books & Supplies $1,100 $1,100 $1,100
Loan Fee Allowance $76 $76 $76
Transportation $1,500 $2,200 $2,200
Miscellaneous $2,016 $2,016 $2,016
Academic Year Total $22,258 $42,784 $25,706

Full cost of attendance for students seeking a bachelor's degree, as determined by the UM Financial Aid Office.


Missoula College Estimated Expenses 2020-21

Students Seeking an Associate’s Degree or Certificate

Academic Year Estimated Expenses MT Residents Out-of-State
Tuition & Mandatory Fees $4,004 $14,986
Room & Board ** $10,154 $10,154
Books & Supplies $1,100 $1,100
Loan Fee Allowance $76 $76
Transportation $1,500 $2,200
Miscellaneous $2,016 $2,016
Academic Year Total $18,850 $30,532

Full cost of attendance for students seeking an associate's degree or certificate of applied science, as determined by the UM Financial Aid Office.


Additional Information

* The Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) scholarship is a competitive, academic, merit-based scholarship available only to qualifying residents of Western states.

** Room and board costs vary depending on the type of room and meal plan you choose. The price listed above is an average.